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We are recruiting – Fundraising & Events Coordinator

Huntington’s Australia is a national leader in the delivery of services to support and empower people impacted by Huntington’s Disease (HD) to live their best life. We provide NDIS services, community education, individual and group capability building activities and advocacy at all levels.

As part of the Business Development, Fundraising and Partnerships Team this role will be instrumental in building sustainable income streams to allow our work to continue. The role will develop and coordinate the national fundraising and events calendar in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

The role will also build a network for corporate and private philanthropy, developing the value proposition for donors and the strategy and tools for long term engagement.

Supporting the active group of volunteers and third parties who arrange community fundraising events on our behalf is another rewarding aspect of this role.

ABOUT YOU

This challenging, part time role will suit a creative, collaborator, brimming with confidence and enthusiasm.

Your experience in fundraising will be complemented by sound knowledge of risk management and events insurance obligations.

You will also be knowledgeable about a range of philanthropic and fundraising (person to person and online) methodologies and have experience using social media platforms to build loyalty to our brand.

Good planning and organisational skills will be essential as you work effectively to achieve deadlines and balance priorities.

BENEFITS

We offer a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged. In addition, we also offer:

  • Flexible working arrangement, office and home
  • Free onsite parking
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:
    • packaging up to $15,900 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills.
    • packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card.

HOW TO APPLY

The position description can be found here: PD Fundraising & Events Coordinator

Applications, including a resume and covering letter, addressing the selection criteria should be forwarded to Alison Weir, Head of Business Development Fundraising and Partnerships, Huntington’s Australia at [email protected] by 11:59pm Thursday 31st August 2023.

Questions about the position can be addressed to Alison Weir on 0419 465 612.

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